You can remove snow with a plow or shovel. However, ice needs salt or chemicals to loosen it before plowing. Plowing piles snow on sides of roads or in front of driveways.
Plow operators use levers to move plow blades. Salt spreaders pair with plows. Salt loosens snow for plowing. Plowing strains the body despite high pay.
Heavy snow takes several plow passes. More salting than plowing handles ice storms. Traction improves with sand, even when very cold.
Personal Plow Models and Considerations
Many personal plow models exist, like SnowBear and SnowWolf. Rates average $49 per driveway clearing, up to $200 for plowing. Plowing restricted 4am to 10pm, except authorized cases.
Choosing the Right Plow
Consider vehicle, budget, and needs when buying a plow. Good plow blades are V-plows and winged blades. V-plows break up snow banks. Winged blades clear more in one pass.
Ice Removal Techniques
Clear snow early before it hardens or gets slushy. Read manuals for plow and vehicle it attaches to.
Special roof rakes remove sloped roof snow. Smack ice with shovel to weaken it. Spread salt or de-icer after plowing.
Traction improves with sand, even when cold. Clear snow early before it hardens. Read manuals for the plow and vehicle it attaches to. Safety precautions are essential.
Purchasing a Plow
Consider vehicle, budget, and needs when buying a plow. Many models exist for personal use, including brands like Meyer and SnowSport.